August 13, 2023 Edit: Last name correction to “Greer.” COALVILLE, Utah — A Utah child has died after an incident at Echo State Park. Just before 4:45 p.m. on Sunday, Utah State Parks responded to the Reservoir after receiving reports of a boat accident. Walter Greer, a three-year-old from Salt Lake City, was riding a […]
From Overgrown to Outstanding: Wallsburg Trail Clean-Up at Deer Creek State Park
DEER CREEK STATE PARK — Exploring Utah’s natural wonders becomes truly rewarding when clear and well-maintained trails guide the way, seamlessly connecting the call of adventure with the tranquility of nature. The Wallsburg Trail at Deer Creek State Park serves as a prime example, having recently received a much-needed makeover. On the morning of July […]
Goosenecks State Park Temporarily Closes To Camping For Road Work
BLANDING, Utah — Goosenecks State Park will be closed for camping for two days this week for work to be completed on the road into the park. The park will be closed for camping and visitors from 7 p.m – 7 a.m. on both Wednesday, August 9 and Thursday, August 10. The park will be […]
Utah Teen Dead After Incident at Sand Hollow State Park
Aug. 3, 2023 HURRICANE, Utah — A Utah teen has died after an incident at Sand Hollow State Park. Just before 10 a.m. on Thursday, 15-year-old Landon Crook from South Jordan, Utah, was paddleboarding in the south beach area of Sand Hollow State Park with family members when he fell from the paddleboard and did […]
NOTICE: Administrative Checkpoint on Markagunt OHV Trail
July 13, 2023 The Utah Division of State Parks and other partnering agencies will conduct an administrative checkpoint on Saturday, July 22, 2023. The checkpoint is right off Mammoth Creek Road on the Markagunt OHV trail in Kane County. The will run from 5 pm-10 pm. This checkpoint aims to verify driver’s licenses, vehicle registrations, […]
Where Does Your Dollar Go When You Purchase a Utah State Parks Annual Pass?
When you purchase an annual pass, campsite or day-use pass for Utah State Parks, you’re gaining access to breathtaking natural landscapes and unforgettable experiences. But did you know that you’re also directly contributing to the betterment of these beautiful parks? The Utah Division of State Parks takes great pride in its self-sufficiency, meaning that every […]
Paleontologists Find Ancient Forest Deposit in Northeastern Utah
June 14, 2023 SALT LAKE CITY — A team of paleontologists from the Utah Division of State Parks and the University of Bonn, Germany, recently excavated and are studying a fossil plant locality in northeastern Utah that indicates the presence of a humid forest in northeastern Utah during the Late Jurassic, the time that produced […]
Utah Man Dead After Incident at Palisade State Park
June 4, 2023 STERLING, Utah — A Utah man is dead following an apparent drowning at Palisade State Park Saturday evening. Just after 5 p.m. on Saturday, Utah State Park law enforcement rangers and Sanpete County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to Palisade State Park after receiving reports about a drowning in progress. The man, 18-year-old […]
Red Fleet State Park Closure: Construction & Renovation Project Moving Forward
May 12, 2023 VERNAL, Utah — Red Fleet State Park will close on June 1, 2023, for renovations and improvements, with plans to reopen for the 2024 season. This renovation project was originally slated for the 2022 season but was postponed due to supply chain issues and increased costs. The closure will allow for extensive […]
Staying Safe from Flash Flooding in Utah State Parks
May 11, 2023 Utah’s state parks offer visitors a chance to explore the natural beauty of the state, from its iconic red rock formations to pristine lakes and rivers. However, with this beauty comes the potential danger of flash flooding; especially in rainy seasons. Flash floods can occur suddenly and without warning, and can pose […]